{"title":"Southern Grove Corn","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat's the best kind of sweet corn for Southern climates? You've got plenty of options. From classic sweet corn like Silver Queen to sweeter hybrids like Bodacious, you'll find what you need here at Gurney's. Each of these hybrid corn varieties excels in heat tolerance and provides excellent flavor. You can rely on big ears with sweet, juicy flavor. Sweet corn is surprisingly easy to grow in Southern zones, thanks to short roots that can handle the clay. If you're shopping for sweet corn seed to use in Zones 7, 8, 9 or 10, we have you covered!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bodacious-rm-se","title":"Bodacious RM Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed (se)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombines exceptionally tender, flavorful sweet corn and good disease resistance. Bodacious RM Hybrid Sweet Corn is resistant to many of the common corn diseases including Common Rust, Maize Dwarf Mosaic and Northern Corn Leaf Blight. But, what gardeners really like about Bodacious is its sweet, flavorful golden yellow ears. An improved variety, Bodacious has 16 full rows on every 8 in. ear. It's excellent for eating fresh, canning and freezing. Bodacious is a sugary-enhanced hybrid (se) and has higher sugar levels than (su) varieties and good holding qualities. Sugary-enhanced hybrids are known for their superior tenderness, creamy texture and good \"corn\" flavor. When planting, isolate from all (sh2) and (su) corn varieties. 75 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 250 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622025986420,"sku":"39789","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622025920884,"sku":"39790","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622025953652,"sku":"39791","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/39789A.webp?v=1729086631"},{"product_id":"gotta_have_it_sweet_corn","title":"Gotta Have It® Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne bite of the bicolor white and yellow ears and your friends and family will be asking, \"Where'd you get it? I've gotta have it!\" A customer favorite since its introduction in 2007, Gotta Have It has tender kernels with a rich, oh-so-sweet flavor and an incredibly long shelf life – over 3 weeks when refrigerated in its husk! The kernels are slow to get starchy, and they retain their sweet flavor even when frozen. The flavor holds up for a wide range of maturity, so you have a longer window of harvest than with many other corn varieties. The 7-1\/2 ft. tall plants are shorter than the average corn, but just as strong as field corn. If given enough room, it will produce up to 3 ears per stalk. It's a very productive variety. Gotta Have It exhibits good disease resistance and can be planted with other sh2 varieties. For best germination, make sure the soil is warm before planting. 78 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 200 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622060687732,"sku":"69948","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622060622196,"sku":"69949","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622060654964,"sku":"69950","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/69948A.webp?v=1729087811"},{"product_id":"honey__cream_su_sweet_corn_","title":"Honey \u0026 Cream Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed (su)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA longtime favorite sweet corn, Honey and Cream Hybrid combines the creaminess of white corn and the sweet goodness of yellow with a firm, old-fashioned texture. This bicolor is also so attractive sitting on a platter during summer picnics as well as when frozen and canned. The blunt-tipped, 7 1\/2 -8 in. ears are filled with broad, deep kernels that you can really sink your teeth into. An (su) variety, Honey and Cream exhibits vigorous germination and is easy to grow. Because its sugars convert to starches quickly, we recommend eating or processing it shortly after harvest. When planting, isolate Honey and Cream from (sh2) sweet corn varieties. 84 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622070681972,"sku":"14477","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622070714740,"sku":"14478","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 250 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622070747508,"sku":"14476","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/14476A.webp?v=1729088177"},{"product_id":"honey_n_pearl_sh2_sweet_corn","title":"Honey 'n Pearl Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed (sh2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most popular sh2 bicolor varieties among gardeners, Honey n' Pearl Hybrid Sweet corn produces well-formed, 8 ½ in. ears that boast 16 to 18 rows of honey-sweet, pearly kernels. An All-America Selections winner in 1988, this early-maturing variety offers outstanding eating quality and a super-sweet flavor—and it retains its wonderful flavor and tenderness for up to two weeks. The ears are very tightly husked. While a favorite for eating fresh, it's also ideal for canning and freezing. Honey n' Pearl Sweet Corn Seed can be sown in the garden when soil temperatures reach 60 degrees F. 78 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 250 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622070813044,"sku":"73517","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622070780276,"sku":"73518","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/73517A.webp?v=1729088179"},{"product_id":"jimmy-red-dent-corn-seed","title":"Jimmy Red Dent Corn Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn heirloom variety famous for its bootleg whiskey past, Jimmy Red nearly went extinct in the early 2000s. But thanks to two remaining ears and seed saver Ted Chewning, this open-pollinated dent corn variety has made a welcome comeback. Jimmy Red is now thriving in the South and is used widely by chefs and distillers. The large, blood-red kernels have an unusually large germ (the oily center where the flavor resides). When dried and ground, Jimmy Red makes unforgettable, red-flecked grits with a wonderful nutty flavor. When distilled, it still makes a rich, smooth whiskey. 90-115 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51622075335028,"sku":"80551","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/80551.webp?v=1729088347"},{"product_id":"kandy_korn_se_sweet_corn","title":"Kandy Korn Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed (se)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA favorite yellow sweet corn that has stood the test of time. Its golden yellow, succulent, 8-in. ears hold at peak quality for up to 2 weeks. The ears are notably tender and juicy with 14-16 full rows of kernels—so you get a mouthful of sweet, juicy goodness with every bite. Kandy Korn Sweet Corn has a nice creamy texture, delicate flavor and good sweet corn flavor. Great for freezing. Looks good in the garden, too. Has pretty, red-hued leaves. Kandy Korn is a sugary-enhanced hybrid (se) and is known for its superior tenderness, creamy texture and good \"corn\" flavor. It also has higher sugar levels than (su) varieties and has good holding qualities. When planting, isolate from all (sh2) and (su) corn varieties. 81 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 250 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622077137268,"sku":"14479","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622077071732,"sku":"14481","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622077104500,"sku":"14482","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/14479A.webp?v=1729088402"},{"product_id":"mauveless_hybrid_popcorn_","title":"Mauveless Hybrid Popcorn Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003eKiss bland, boring popcorn goodbye with our new gourmet popping corn, Mauveless. Attractive mauve-colored kernels \"pop\" with an impressive nutty flavor and a tender-crisp texture unsurpassed by any other popcorn on the market today. Sturdy plants bear 1 to 3 large 8-in. ears each ensuring plenty of corn for your popping enjoyment! 100 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51622084116852,"sku":"02587","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/02587.webp?v=1729088647"},{"product_id":"silver_queen_su_sweet_corn","title":"Silver Queen Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed (su)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis white sweet corn has stood the test of time. It's the most popular and recognizable white sweet corn in America. Silver Queen combines size, sweetness and lasting quality. Its sturdy, stalks produce large, 8- to 9-in. ears with 14-16 rows of creamy kernels. Resists many common corn diseases including Southern Leaf Blight, Northern Leaf Blight and Stewart's Wilt Disease. A (su) variety, it should be isolated from (sh2) varieties. For best results, sow Silver Queen Sweet Corn seed directly into the garden after soil temperatures have warmed to 60 degrees F. Plant in several short rows rather than one long one. 90 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 250 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622113935732,"sku":"14455","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622113870196,"sku":"14457","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622113902964,"sku":"14458","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/14455A.webp?v=1729089755"},{"product_id":"simply-irresistible-sweet-corn","title":"Simply Irresistible® Hybrid Sweet Corn Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003eEven before it had a name and was just a number in our test gardens, Simply Irresistible consistently surpassed other varieties in both taste and garden performance. 78 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Taste-Test Winner!\u003c\/strong\u003e Simply Irresistible® won every one of our corn taste tests for the past three years. No other corn has a better flavor or texture. You'll experience rich sweetness and tender-crispness in every bite, and the ears offer nice, deep kernels that you can really sink your teeth into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Appearance \u0026amp; Amazing Husk Coverage! \u003c\/strong\u003e The 7½-8 in. ears are filled to the very tips with gorgeous golden and white kernels. Rich green husks cover and protect the ears making it nearly impossible for earworm borers, sap beetles and other critters to get at the inviting kernels inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Producer! \u003c\/strong\u003e A substantial proportion of Simply Irresistible® stalks produce 2 full-size ears—so you get almost double the production of marketable ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding Vigor! \u003c\/strong\u003e Simply Irresistible® has larger seeds that tend to germinate more quickly, allowing them to pop out of cool soil earlier in the season with plenty of vigor and quick growth. The larger, more rounded seeds are also a bonus for those who use a planter—the seeds flow through planters better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarlier Production! \u003c\/strong\u003e While maturity is variable based on climate and weather, we've found that in our trials Simply Irresistible® matured up to a week earlier than Gotta Have It!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 200 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622114099572,"sku":"76403","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622114034036,"sku":"76404","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb of Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622114066804,"sku":"76405","price":254.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/76403A_1.webp?v=1729089768"},{"product_id":"solstice-sweet-corn","title":"Solstice Sweet Corn Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake the start of sweet corn season something really special with Solstice Sweet Corn. The mid-early maturing variety has excellent eating quality. Each 7-in., bicolor ear is packed with straight rows, great tip fill, juicy sweetness and a good corn flavor. This vigorous hybrid has strong emergence, even in cooler temperatures, allowing you to get a jumpstart on the sweet corn harvest. In addition, it has tight husk coverage, a quick snap for ease of picking and short shanks for easy packaging. For an extended season of great-tasting sweet corn, we recommend planting Solstice with Gotta Have It or That's Delicious. 70-72 DAYS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/pages\/corn-growing-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting, Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Corn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sweet_corn_treated\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Gurney's sweet corn seed is treated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of Approx. 250 Seeds | Year-Round","offer_id":51622115508596,"sku":"82032","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb Seed Pkt | Year-Round","offer_id":51622115443060,"sku":"82033","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lb Seed Pkt | Year-Round","offer_id":51622115475828,"sku":"82034","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/82032A.webp?v=1729089830"},{"product_id":"sweet-corn-alive-fertilizer","title":"Sweet Corn Alive!™ Fertilizer","description":"Developed in our research garden with the goal of creating larger, more tender ears of sweet-kernel corn, Sweet Corn Alive!\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e is an all-natural fertilizer with no artificial chemicals or fillers. Derived from plant and animal by-products alone, your corn will reach new heights just like it did during our trials. Apply at the rate of 2 cups per 25' in a trench next to the row after corn has germinated and reached a height of 5-6\". To maximize results, apply a second feeding at the time the plant begins to tassel at a rate of 1-2 cups per 25' of row.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExisting Plantings: After corn as germinated and reached a height of 5-6 in., apply a side-dressing in a shallow trench next to each row at a rate of 2 cups Sweet Corn Alive! per 25 ft. row. When the corn begins to tassel, apply a second feeding of 2 cups Sweet Corn Alive! per 25 ft. of row to achieve optimum results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/82636A_Label.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here to see Product Label\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/82636A_MSDS.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here to see Safety Data Sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"2 lb Bag | Year-Round","offer_id":51622121013620,"sku":"82636","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Bag | Year-Round","offer_id":51622121046388,"sku":"61042","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/82636A.webp?v=1729090046"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.gurneys.live\/collections\/southern-grove-corn.oembed","provider":"Gurneys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}